WhatsApp quoteA mainland company in Ras Al Khaimah can hold a mainland office, hire staff under MOHRE contracts and register with the Chamber of Commerce for tenders. Importantly, since the 2021 ownership reforms, most Ras Al Khaimah mainland activities allow 100% foreign ownership, which removed the biggest objection founders used to have. GoldenKey has licensed automotive trading company businesses for clients in Ras Al Khaimah and knows which sub-activities to list so you are not asked to amend the licence later. On the ground, typical examples of this activity include spare parts trading, used car export, tyre trading and accessories, which can generally sit together on one Ras Al Khaimah licence.
Why Ras Al Khaimah
As a rule, ras Al Khaimah mainland licences are issued by the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), which currently processes most standard files in around 4 business days. Government and semi-government tenders in Ras Al Khaimah require a mainland licence and Chamber of Commerce membership, both of which GoldenKey arranges. Ras Al Khaimah is a sensible home for automotive & spare parts trading because trading new and used vehicles, spare parts, tyres and accessories is a well-understood activity there and the approvals are routine.
How Ras Al Khaimah works with GoldenKey
Step 1Activity and legal form
We pick the precise activity codes from the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) list and settle on the legal form — normally a LLC, or a sole establishment for individual professionals.
Step 2Trade name and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name and obtains initial approval from the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED), including any external approvals your activity needs. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland.
Step 3Office, MOA and submission
The memorandum of association is signed (online or before the notary), your tenancy is registered and the complete file is submitted to the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED).
Step 4Licence, Chamber and immigration
Your Ras Al Khaimah mainland licence is released, Chamber membership is activated and we open the establishment and labour files so visas can begin. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland.
Documents required
To be clear, for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland the authority asks for the following documents, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- The existing visa copy and NOC if a shareholder is on another UAE visa
- Customs code
- Attested parent-company documents for corporate shareholders
- Passport photographs on a white background
- The notarised memorandum of association, which GoldenKey drafts for you
- External approvals where the activity requires them, for example from the health authority, RERA or the municipality
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. All prices for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland are indicative, shown in AED and confirmed in writing before a single dirham changes hands.
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- GoldenKey full assistance
| Additional visa | AED 2,500 |
|---|---|
| Annual renewal | AED 7,500 |
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
The UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, which is why so many founders choose it as a base for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland. Banking, logistics, telecoms and digital government services in the UAE are among the most advanced in the region, which keeps the running costs of automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland predictable.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey's consultants have handled automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland for traders, consultants, tech company owners and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves fast. On the ground, most of our Ras Al Khaimah clients come to us through referrals from other company owners, which is why we take pride in keeping every promise we put in writing. Our quotations for automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before a single dirham changes hands anything.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss automotive & spare parts trading on Ras Al Khaimah mainland.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ras Al Khaimah mainland company formation take?
Crucially, with documents and a tenancy contract ready, the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development (RAK DED) typically issues the licence within 4 working days. External approvals for regulated activities add time.
What is the difference between Ras Al Khaimah mainland and a free zone?
Mainland companies can trade directly with any UAE customer and take government contracts; free zone companies have lower costs and customs benefits but trade with the mainland through distributors. GoldenKey compares both for your specific activity.
Are Ras Al Khaimah mainland companies subject to corporate tax?
Yes. Mainland companies pay 9% corporate tax on profits above AED 375,000 and must register with the FTA, which GoldenKey handles as part of your setup.
What approvals does automotive & spare parts trading need?
On the ground, customs; RTA or local traffic department for vehicle sales. GoldenKey obtains these as part of the setup.
Is automotive & spare parts trading allowed in Ras Al Khaimah?
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